Introduction to Back-End Development Course
A strong foundational course for beginners eager to explore how server-side web development powers modern websites.
What will you learn in Introduction to Back-End Development Course
Understand what back-end development is and how it powers web applications.
Get introduced to key technologies like servers, databases, APIs, and frameworks.
Learn how to set up development environments and basic server-side scripting.
Explore different back-end career paths and toolsets used in the field.
Program Overview
Module 1: Introduction to Web Development
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Front-end vs back-end, HTTP basics, client-server model.
Hands-on: Visualize how websites communicate behind the scenes.
Module 2: Tools and Technologies of Back-End Development
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Web servers, databases, programming languages, frameworks.
Hands-on: Set up a basic development environment and server.
Module 3: Introduction to Databases and APIs
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: CRUD operations, SQL, RESTful APIs, data flow.
Hands-on: Simulate API requests and explore how servers manage data.
Module 4: Career Paths and Skills
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Job roles (e.g., back-end engineer, full-stack developer), resume tips, portfolio advice.
Hands-on: Plan a development learning path and explore real-world job listings.
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Job Outlook
High demand for back-end developers across tech companies and startups.
Careers span software engineering, DevOps, API design, and full-stack roles.
Salary range: $60K–$120K+ depending on location, experience, and stack.
Excellent freelance and remote work opportunities in the server-side domain.
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- No prior coding experience required
- Created by Meta engineers
- Gives a broad overview of essential back-end tools
- No in-depth programming or hands-on projects
- More theory-focused than practical coding
Specification: Introduction to Back-End Development Course
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